Pope Francis this afternoon, “after a morning spent alternating respiratory physiotherapy with prayer in the chapel, presented an isolated attack of bronchospasm which, however, determined an episode of vomiting with inhalation and a sudden worsening of the respiratory condition”.
This is what the bulletin of the Holy See press office reports. “The Holy Father – it continues – was promptly bronchoaspirated and began non-invasive mechanical ventilation, with a good response on gas exchange. Pope Francis always remained alert and oriented, collaborating in the therapeutic maneuvers.
The prognosis therefore remains reserved. He received the Eucharist this morning,” the bulletin concludes. The same source specifies that it was a respiratory crisis “which was different from the one last Saturday.”
Article published on 28 February 2025 - 19:54
This is a very worrying article about the Pope's health, I hope he recovers soon. It is not easy to hear of respiratory crisis and vomiting, but it is good that he received the Eucharist and was assisted by doctors.